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What is the function of PNK?
What is the function of PNK?
KimchiQueenCharmingKissWarmth
Sun Oct 27 2024
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I am studying the role of PNK in biochemical processes. I understand it has some important functions, but I'm not sure exactly what they are. Could someone explain the function of PNK to me?
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CryptoMystic
Tue Oct 29 2024
These enzymes are capable of adding phosphate groups to nucleic acid molecules, thereby modifying their structure.
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Bianca
Tue Oct 29 2024
Polynucleotide kinases (PNK) represent a class of DNA modification enzymes with distinct functions.
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EchoSeeker
Mon Oct 28 2024
This means they can catalyze the removal of phosphate groups from nucleic acids, demonstrating their versatility in DNA modification.
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Enrico
Mon Oct 28 2024
The process involves transferring the gamma phosphate group from adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to specific sites on the DNA or RNA.
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Bianca
Mon Oct 28 2024
Specifically, PNK targets the 5' hydroxyl termini of these nucleic acids for phosphorylation.
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